1800 zetec engine tuning book

Zetec serves as single source for eddy current and ultrasonic nondestructive testing ndt products that deliver results. Has some yamaha origins, and i believe the basic design metamorphised into the duratec. The point of the motor is that its going to be produced in. Van aaken used to do the conversion on a diy basis but recently discontinued it. It can be so bad it can stall the car or cause the revs to hang at a bad moment for that. The first zetecbranded engine was the zeta family, introduced for the 1992 model year powering the fifth generation of the european ford escort, the third generation orion and the mk. How to adjust timing on a zetec engine ford youtube. We brought it from them, took out the 1800 zetec engine and replaced it with a modified 2.

To get in excess of 200 bhp youd need eight grandplus. As with all regulations, unless it says you can do it you cannot. The engine is coming from mtech automotive and comes with, tbs, ecu, injectors, fuel rail, manifold although ill need to use the westfield off of the 1800, linkage. I have on the inlet side of the block the following. For the purpose of this article we are discussing the zetece engine as fitted the ford mondeo,escort and fiesta xr2i, this differs from the yamaha designed zetecs engine fitted to the ford puma and mk45 fiesta. Some general advice on the range of ford zetec engines, regarding. Pictures of the crossflow are from my car, while i converted it from the 1600 110bhp to the 1700 150bhp spec. I have to admit that this book was bought for me shortly after i got my bgt, and it was, in part, what got me into tuning my engine. Ford used its cvh engine technology in the design of future 2. Formula ford zetec technical regulations version 01 010120 ford motor company.

These early engines are prone to sticking valves, especially at startup when the engine is cold. Tuning the zetec page 1 last on march 28 2017 zetec 2. The motor went on to power the focus rs but in turbocharged form. All you need to know about tuning the ford zetec engine torquecars. And, if all you wanted was a good high powered plant, you could do the dirty and switch to hnda power then all youd need is only around five grand for a basic vtech unit. Zetec e 1600,1800 2000 iron block,pretty tuneable, but superceded by duratecs these days. Zetec support spans the globe, with centers of excellence in houston, paris, seoul and shanghai. Project bobcat 16v zetec engine information project bobcat. As far as tuning goes, its simple to bring an 1800 up to rs1800 spec with ford cams or.

Having the same bellhousing bolt pattern means that. This engine built by minister engines went on to win many ff races in the uk including the formula ford festival three years running. About zetec a global ndt testing solutions company. A power boost valve will help eliminate the flat spot between 3,3003,500rpm. Dunnell engines duratec and zetec engines and components. But we have just found this site dedicated to zetec turbo tuning. So, youll either have to chat to specialists such as interpro 01454 412777 or performance turbo systems 01582 731733 and have a custom turbocharged engine built from scratch, but be warned, it wont be cheap. All in one of to psa peugeotcitroen petrol engine types xu and engine sensors types. Zetec engine service manual free download,schematics. Tuning the 1800 zetec page 1 general gassing pistonheads. I know this has been discussed many times before but cant find enough info to make a decision. If running in standard trim, standard 1800 flywheel is much lighter than 2litre. Use the correct grade of engine oil theres three different series of zetec engines used in the uk.

The earlier zetecs have heavy cranks with modest balancing. However, many tuners agree that the maximum power you can achieve on the 1800 zetec inlet manifold and injectors is 145155bhp, and you will be pushing the engine and management to. The zetec is a pretty reliable engine and can last well in excess of 150,000 miles. Our online vendors can offer all versions of this type of engine for your ford restoration needs. My car was powered by an 1800 ford zetec engine tuned to racing drivers excuse level, and charles car was powered by a bmc 1275 a. They delivered the car to us for assesment, and then decided it was an uneconomical to repair. Performance figures are based on the 2000cc engine, however, the kits also apply to 1600cc and 1800cc engines. The first 4 zetec pictures are courtesy of steve ks engine collection for his birkin thanks steve. Guide to performance tuning the zetec engine from ford. How to check ford focus zetec engine timing belt status. Fswerks 8mm spark plug wires ford focus 16v zetecsvt. The adaptor can be made from 3mm plate and the bell housing needs a little modification.

Fwiw, phil, secondhand 1800s are easier and cheaper to get hold of cos there are more about. It seems that the 060 performance was significantly constrained by the emission regulations of the day. The zetece came in two variations, the earlier silvertop engines were fitted with a unfinished silver aluminium cam cover where. I have on the exhaust side of the block the following. Engine timing camshaft lock kit set tool pin ford zetec. All in on mechanical and electrical sensors in petrol engine peugeot citroen types xu 1,8 and 2. Fswerks stainless steel race exhaust system ford focus zx3zx5hatchback 20002007. Production of the engines, renamed zetec the rename occurred because lancia owned the. You can actually use the standard injection combined with a new weber alpha kit that works with. Best q engine camshaft timing locking tool set kit for ford 1.

I have recently purchased a westfield seiw with an 1800 zetec engine 115bhp spec. The zetec name was also used in a variety of engine sizes, including 1. Series 1 was on the earliest mondeos, up to about the beginning of 1995. We linished the crank and retained standard size for strength. I have just obtained an 1800 zetec with the intention of fitting it in place of the crossflow in my car but dont think it will fit.

There is a good article on tuning the ford zetec engine here. Ultimate ford focus zetec timing belt replacement video 20002004 duration. Check it out if your thinking of going turbo on your zetec. Zetec will be featured in trainings, workshops and technical presentations at the ipeia international. Charles and i had some excellent tussles, during a period when the roadsports class did a few races with our sport specials class. As far as tuning goes, its simple to bring an 1800 up to rs1800 spec with ford cams or kent fz1802 cams you would need a bhp ecu though, or aftermarket remapping.

Compare that to tuning a traditional ford engine such as a pinto. Dunnell engines ford duatec, ford zetec engines supplies of ford components for the road and motor sport. The time from morgan 44, the first 75 years, for the 1800 black top 20012005 is 8. Both the st and rs engines were confusingly rebadged as a duratec. There are basically two zetec engines zetec s 1400,1600,1700, used in fiestas,pumas etc can produce serious power, but tuning parts not cheaply available. Shawspeed are an excellent sorce or parts and info for this engine and i thank them for the help given to me, however i did make my own adaptor plate to mate the engine to the type 9 bell housing. Production of the engines, renamed zetec the rename occurred because lancia owned the zeta trademark, began at fords bridgend plant in wales in september 1991, with later production. This engine shares its bore and stroke dimensions with the 2valve cvh engine. Dunnell zetec dunnell engines duratec and zetec engines and. Having the same bellhousing bolt pattern means that they are compatible with existing ford four cylinder engine types and indeed are a direct replacement for the ageing ford.

The following zetec engine kits are designed for customers who have sourced their own ford zetec engine and have a pair of 4045dcoe carburettors. Interesting things inside ford zetec engine youtube. The foremost reason for tuning a b series, in my opinion, is that owners want originality but want that little bit more from their car. Afaik all tuning items can be applied to the 1800 and 2litre alike. The cars didnt do this during the warranty period so it is not something you need tolerate now. Fswerks itg coolflo air intake system ford focus spi zetec svt 2. Here is an excerpt first of all, there is little point in trying to turbocharge the restrictive 1. The zetec resource library is a result of 50 years of indepth nondestructive testing ndt experience and insights. Service manual free ford zetec engine repair manual.

Performance figures are based on the 2000cc engine, necessary parts to complete the engine. But if there is one thing that crops up time and time again it is a poor idle. The engine will feature raised compression ratio, steel rods, forged pistons, a cnc head, race cams with hydraulic lifters, and a predicted power output of around 220bhp. The engine called patch is really a kent block that was patched with a steel plate after a rod punched a hole in it. The s1 zetec can be identified by dohc 16v cast in to the rocker cover. Zetec e 1600, 1800 2000 iron block,pretty tuneable, but superceded by duratecs these days. Developed in the late 1980s by the ford motor company, the ford zeta engine was a straight4. Zetec engine build last on december 31 2015 february 2008 this is the project to build a new series iizetec e engine, on a shoestring. The zeta name was dropped in favour of zetec when italian car maker. Zetec identification help engine rhocar the uk kit. Dear all,i have a 2001 44, with a 1800 zetec blacktop. Ford zetec tuning raceline duratec parts and tuning ford zetec tuning price list tel. Ford motor company used the zetec name on a variety of inline 4cylinder automobile engines.